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Argument Quote by Daniel Kahneman

“The dominance of conclusions over arguments is most pronounced where emotions are involved.” quote by Daniel Kahneman
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“The dominance of conclusions over arguments is most pronounced where emotions are involved.”

Daniel Kahneman

About This Quote

Emotions can dominate reasoning, making conclusions outweigh arguments, especially when feelings run high.

In simple terms: Feelings can cloud logic, letting conclusions dominate arguments.

Key Takeaway

Beware of emotional bias in debates.

Themes

cognition emotion logic bias

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • personal decisions
  • marketing pitches

Key Concepts

psychology decision making argumentation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance emotion and reason?
  • When should emotion guide decisions?
A Different Perspective

Emotions can also provide valuable insight.

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